This is an easy pattern that only uses basic stitches! It is slightly more difficult in the neck part than her little sister Tortelina the Turtle, but if you have managed to crochet her, you will be able to crochet Tortelia as well. The pattern has some images for guidance in the crocheting part and a step-by-step picture guided approach for the more complicated part of the assembly. It also includes a concise text-based printer friendly version.

Skill level:
Easy

Approximate size is 7 cm high and 13 cm long, which varies based on yarn weight, hook size and the tightness of the stitches.

Techniques used:
Magic ring
Single crochet
Chain stitch
Increase
Decrease
Invisible finish

There are two versions of the pattern, one in English with U.S. terminology and one in Swedish.
The pattern includes an easy-to-print section with few pictures.
You will also get a compendium with descriptions and step-by-step pictures of the techniques involved and tips and tricks if you are a beginner (also two versions, English and Swedish).

Materials needed:

• 13 g lighter colour DK weight yarn for body, head and legs (I used turquoise)
• 9 g darker colour DK weight yarn for shell (I used dark blue)
• Thin yarn for eyes, or safety eyes if you prefer that (I used mercerized cotton yarn, 670 m by 100 g, black and white)
• Stuffing
• 2.25 mm hook
• If crocheted eyes, 1.5 mm hook
• Darning needle
• Sewing needle to attach the eyes

I have used acrylic yarn (130 m by 50 g). If you use another yarn, make sure to change crochet hook accordingly.